AI and Arts Administration: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bot

Join the Kentucky Arts Council’s Creative Industry Summit Series on May 16, 2025, at 2 p.m. Eastern. In this free webinar, arts administrator Joshua Brown will explore the impact of Artificial Intelligence in the workplace and how to use AI tools to improve your practice. Brown believes AI tools can empower artists, patrons, and grantees when you learn how to stop worrying about the bot.

As the Programs Coordinator at the Nebraska Arts Council, Joshua Brown manages grants related to arts education and accessibility. He most enjoys working with constituents to help them realize their goals. Outside of his work with the arts council, he also serves as a visual artist and musician, exhibiting paintings and sculptures at community galleries in Omaha and organizing shows that support emerging and community-oriented artists. Joshua’s work reflects a belief in the power of art to shape culture and contribute to society. Joshua’s approach to the arts aligns with the values of the NAC. Through collaboration and community engagement, he continues to make connections and open doors to artistic expression. His efforts are aimed towards shaping Nebraska’s arts landscape, contributing to a future where art and culture are accessible and appreciated.